Seminar Title: Psychosocial and Psychodynamic Counseling Techniques and Intervention Strategies
Description:
This seminar explores the key concepts, techniques, and intervention strategies of psychosocial and psychodynamic counseling, with a specific focus on their application in organizational settings. Designed for graduate students in the Master’s program in Psychology focused on organizations, the seminar aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how these approaches can be used to address complex human dynamics within professional environments.
In the sessions, participants will delve into the historical and theoretical foundations of psychodynamic and psychosocial counseling, including the influential works of psychodynamic pioneers. The seminar will cover core concepts such as unconscious processes, defense mechanisms, transference, and the stages of psychosocial development, linking these theories to practical, real-world applications in the workplace.
Students will learn to assess and intervene effectively, using a variety of psychodynamic and psychosocial techniques tailored to individual and group counseling contexts. The seminar also emphasizes the importance of cultural competence, ethical considerations, and self-reflection in professional practice.
Key topics include:
- Core Concepts of Psychodynamic and Psychosocial Counseling: Understanding the basic principles that underpin these approaches and their relevance to organizational settings.
- Erich Fromm’s Humanistic Psychoanalysis: Exploring Fromm’s ideas on freedom, love, and social character, and how these can inform counseling strategies.
- Assessment and Intervention Techniques: Practical tools for assessing client needs and implementing effective intervention strategies.
- Group Counseling Dynamics: Techniques for facilitating group sessions and understanding group dynamics in organizations.
- Integration of Approaches: Combining psychodynamic and psychosocial methods for a holistic approach to counseling.
- Cultural Competence and Ethical Practice: Developing awareness and skills for working with diverse populations while adhering to professional ethical standards.
The seminar will blend lectures, discussions, role-plays, and case studies, providing participants with the opportunity to practice and refine their counseling skills in a supportive learning environment. By the end of the seminar, students will have gained a deeper understanding of how to apply these powerful counseling techniques to enhance individual and organizational well-being.
Examination: term paper (20-25 pages) or presentation (30 minutes) with a written report (5-10 pages)
Course requirements: regular and active participation; absences: no more than 3 sessions.